W5 Solutions – For a Safer Future

W5 Solutions develops and delivers cutting-edge systems and solutions for defence and civil protection, serving Swedish and international government agencies as well as industry partners. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, we provide advanced solutions in Training, Power, and Integration, strengthening both our own forces and those of our allies.

Beyond our core technologies, we offer comprehensive support services, including training, repair, and maintenance, ensuring long-term operational readiness. As a trusted partner, we are committed to shaping the future of defence and security worldwide.

About the Role
As the Head of Operations for the product area within the business area Training, you will hold a pivotal position in shaping, developing, and overseeing our operations related to a diverse range of training systems—an area experiencing rapid growth and carrying substantial strategic importance for W5 Solutions.

As Head of Operation for the product area Defence & Security you will be responsible for both day-to-day operations and the long-term advancement of the product area, leading managers, project managers, technicians, and other key personnel. Your role will be to ensure that the product area consistently meets its objectives concerning delivery capacity, quality, customer satisfaction, and profitability. This position requires close collaboration with our sales, product, and development teams, as well as direct engagement with customers.

You will report to the Head of Business Area for Training and will be an integral member of the management team within the business area.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously develop the operational activities within the product area.
• Ensure high-quality project delivery and effective resource planning.
• Support and mentor key personnel across various roles.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance operational efficiency.
• Monitor and be accountable for KPIs, budgets, and overall performance outcomes.
• Contribute to business development efforts, tender processes, and strategic decision-making.
• Identify, assess, and manage risks while ensuring compliance with customer specifications and relevant regulations.

Candidate Profile
We are seeking an individual with substantial experience in operational leadership, ideally within the defence industry or other technology-intensive sectors. You possess a strategic mindset, with the ability to balance a broad perspective with a keen attention to detail. Your leadership style fosters structure, engagement, and tangible results.

You are adept at leading through others and are comfortable assuming overall business responsibility. You welcome change and see it as an opportunity for development. The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments where collaboration and clear communication are essential for success.

We believe you bring:

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in senior operational roles within the technology or defence sector.
• Demonstrated expertise in project and resource management.
• A solid understanding of requirements management, system deliveries, and complex customer-driven projects.
• Proven ability to lead through others and build high-performing teams.
• Strong communication skills combined with a commercially driven approach.
• Fluency in both Swedish and English, in both spoken and written forms.

What We Offer

When you join W5 Solutions, you get more than just a job – you become part of a community where your expertise is valued, and your development is a priority. We offer a stimulating work environment with varied and meaningful tasks, modern technical solutions, and a clear connection to the needs of society.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow both professionally and personally, collaborate closely with dedicated and knowledgeable colleagues, and contribute to projects that truly make a difference. We value team spirit, a healthy work–life balance, and a culture where ideas are encouraged, and every team member is recognised as an important part of the whole.

W5 Solutions is an attractive employer for those seeking a professional environment where their skills are nurtured and where they can contribute to development that truly matters.